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Diploma in Graphic Design

VISUALDO SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN. Nairobi, Kenya

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About Graphic Design

Our graphic design graduates get to work when they leave us. We concentrate on competitive graphics skills for immediate entry into the job market. Our curriculum is strong on graphic design fundamentals, exploring and adapting to emerging designs trends. Students get a deeper understand and knowledge on graphic design principles including hierarchy, effective layout, and composition.

We have;
Diploma in Graphic Design
Certificate in Graphic Design
Short course in Graphic Design

Course outline

SEMESTER 1:
-History of Graphic Design
-Fundamentals of Design
-Fundamentals of Drawing
-Communication Skills
SEMESTER 2:
-Adobe Photoshop
-Typography
-Computer Skills
SEMESTER 3:
-Adobe Illustrator
-Design & Visual Presentation
SEMESTER 4:
-Publication Design
-Corporate Identity Design
-Adobe InDesign
SEMESTER 5:
-Art Studio Organization &  Management
-Graphic Reproduction
SEMESTER 6:
-Illustration Model Making
-Advertising & Packaging Design
-Final Project
SHORT COURSE:
  • Fundamentals of Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • CorelDRAW

Particulars

  • Intakes: January, April, July, September
  • Certificate: 12 months (4 semesters): fees Ksh39,000 a semester
  • Diploma: 24 months (8 semesters): fees at least Ksh39,000 a semester
  • One semester = 3 months
  • Fees payable in instalments of at least Ksh13,000 a month
  • Short course: 3 months: fees Ksh54,000 total
  • Grade(KCSE): Diploma C-, Certificate D-, Short course is Any grade

Requirements

  • Paid Non-refundable Application Fees of Ksh2000
  • Submitted Application Form
  • 1 Passport size photo
  • Copy of National ID or Passport (or wait list)
  • High School Certificate or Letter of recommendation
  • Diploma entry grade is C-, Certificate is D-
  • Short course entry grade is any grade
  • Pay your semester school fees before starting class
  • PAY VIA MPESA: Paybill number: 4107253 Account number: Student name
  • Maximum of 2 installments are allowed per semester
  • After payment send the confirmation to +254.798.325.330
  • Hostels are not part of school fees
  • TVET (KNEC) Exams fees – paid later
  • PEARSON Exams fees – paid later
  • PROJECT / LAB / ACTIVITIES fees – paid later